Business Briefs 9-2-11

Friday

Sep 2, 2011 at 2:00 AM

Patriot Staff

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72 1024x768 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE CONTRIBUTED PHOTO BOARD AT MAYFLOWER – Brian Locke of Yarmouth has joined Thirwood Place, a retirement community in South Yarmouth, as its new marketing associate. Locke will work with the marketing team to implement marketing strategies, conduct site tours and develop relationships with the local community. A permanent resident of Cape Cod for 23 years, he previously worked as conference planning manager for the Cape Codder Resort & Spa.

SCORE workshops set for the fall

SCORE’s highly popular “Successful Small Business Management” 7-week workshop will be offered this fall at two locations on the Cape: at Cape Cod Community College beginning Sept. 8 (508-375-4012); and at Upper Cape Tech (508-759-7711, x 211) beginning Oct. 4. Course runs from 7-9 p.m. $130 includes SCORE’s Handbook for Small Business. More info at www.scorecapecod.com.

Fall networking

Cape Cod Human Resources will kick off the 2011-12 program year with a welcome back networking reception, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth. Learn about upcoming programs and meet the CCHRA leadership team. $15 includes refreshments. Register: www.cchraonline.com.

Bob’s Discount Furniture, through its Bob’s Outreach program, is accepting entries for its 6th annual “Celebrate the Arts” contest, through Sept. 26. In its campaign to support dance, music and the arts in schools, Bob’s Outreach will award $45,000 in cultural grants to deserving schools in the Northeast, including Massachusetts. Parents, students, teachers, administrators and community members are urged to nominate a school to receive a $5,000 grant to be used for school arts programs. For more information, visit www.mybobs.com/charity.

bella of Cape Cod

In June, bella of Cape Cod opened a second location, this time in Chatham. The boutique, which sells jewelry and accessories, is co-owned by Catherine Bean and Megan Murphy, and the pair recently offered their employees at both the Hyannis and Chatham locations a clam/lobster bake with all the fixings at the Chatham Bars Inn.

The first bella is located at 448 Main St., Hyannis; the second is at 585 Main St., Chatham. 508-790-2499 or visit www.bellaofcapcod.com

Fall for the Arts

The fourth annual Fall for the Arts Festival, hosted by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, runs throughout October at venues all across Cape Cod. The free family-friendly event includes live performances, open houses, art activities and walks, special exhibits and much more.

To participate, cultural organizations and business venues may - invite artists/craftspeople to work in-store or conduct mini-workshops in an informal setting; offer art-themed specials; extend hours of business or offer discounts; display original artwork and more. Submit your event by email to ffta@artsfoundation.org. For more information and suggestions for participation, call 508-362-0066 or visit www.artsfoundation.org.

WE CAN announces new board member

WE CAN has announced that Pocasset resident Teri Cavanaugh, executive director of the Global Banking Alliance for Women, has been named to its board of directors. For more information, call 508-430-8111 or visit www.wecancenter.org.

Tommy Doyle’s goes fusion

Tommy Doyle’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 344 Main St., Hyannis, has announced the addition of Chef Zachary Forehand to its staff as Head Chef, along with Chef Daniel Robertson as Sous Chef. Alan O’Sullivan, Tommy Doyle's proprietor, noted that the menu will reflect both the “traditions of Ireland and the comfort foods of the Texas Panhandle,” and give new meaning to the term “fusion cooking.”

Sourcebook receives an update

The Sourcebook of Architectural and Design Elements Handcrafted on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, a sourcebook for homeowners, interior designers and builders, has been updated, with an addendum to the original book, featuring five new craftsmen, to be released by September. The Sourcebook is available for $39.95 online at www.capeandislandssourcebook.com or at the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce in Centerville. 508-362-3225.

Davenport water park named to list

The Davenport Companies of South Yarmouth have announced that Kahuna Laguna, Davenport’s 40,000 square-foot indoor water park at the Red Jacket Mountain View Resort & Spa in North Conway, N.H., was recently named one of the “Top 10 Water Parks in the U.S.” by travelers on TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site. It’s the only New England water park named to the list.

Worthy donation

Your car or truck may be worth more as a donation than as a trade-in. Call the Mass. Association for the Blind (1-888-613-2777) for details. There’s free tow, quick pick-up, and it’s tax deductible.

Casual Gourmet fundraiser

The Casual Gourmet of Centerville is holding a fundraiser to benefit Cape Cod Hospital’s Emergency Department. Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation is sponsoring a raffle ($1) with weekly drawings for $25 gift certificates to the Casual Gourmet and a later grand prize drawing for a $250 gift certificate to CG. Casual Gourmet will match all ticket sales, with proceeds to benefit the hospital. More info at 508-775-4946 or www.thecasualgourmet.com.

New website SEEDed

South Eastern Economic Development (SEED) Corp. has launched a newly designed website, containing information on starting up, expanding and obtaining financing for small businesses. There are links to loan programs and local resources as well as technical assistance providers. SEED focuses on job creation by financing many types of small businesses in Massachusetts and holding business workshops. More info at 508-822-1020 or www.seedcorp.com.

Wanted: your old car

Your old car, truck or camper is worth a lot to the Massachusetts Association for the Blind. Proceeds from your donation benefit blind and vision impaired persons in Massachusetts. Free tow, and quick pick up. Donations are tax deductible. 1-888-613-2777.

BNI holds Hyannis meetings

The COMM chapter of Business Network International holds weekly meetings featuring a speaker Thursdays at 7 a.m. at the Hyannis Golf Club on Route 132. Contact Jack Mason at 508-771-1427 or jmason@barnstablepatriot.com.

Foreclosure prevention

The Housing Assistance Corporation on Cape Cod offers free mortgage counseling for all local residents with questions about their mortgages. To set up an appointment with a counselor, call Cathy Finn at 508-771-5400.

Five Star Rehab supports veterans

Five Star Rehabilitation & Wellness is collecting non-perishable food items for the food pantry at the Nam Veterans Association of the Cape & Islands. Items may be dropped off at the Five Star clinic in the Village Marketplace, 269 Stevens St., Hyannis, Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Five Star will deliver the items to the pantry. More info at 508-790-2700.

WE CAN offers empowerment sessions

WE CAN has launched a new program, “Financial Empowerment,” aimed at Cape Cod women who are seeking financial planning and counseling, but who are unable to pay. This is designed to complement existing programs that offer financial guidance, but with a one-on-one focus. Sessions are 45 minutes in length. Visit info@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111.

WE CAN offers legal clinics for low- to moderate-income women at its offices, 357 Main St., Suite 2H, Harwichport. For information, call 508-430-8111.

Donate that clunker

Boys and Girls Clubs in Massachusetts are looking for clunker cars. People wishing to donate are urged to call 800-246-0493. Cars are sold at auction and donors may take the sale amount as a tax deduction.

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